About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, IT.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring entry-level Technical Consultants to join on-site teams supporting federal IT programs in Cabin John, MD (Washington, DC metro). This is a hands-on role focused on building applications, translating business needs into technical solutions, and supporting implementation and client-facing activities.

• Work closely with clients and implementation teams to evaluate requirements and translate them into technical solutions (approx. 75% building technical applications, 25% business strategy)
• Participate in requirements gathering and creation of user stories
• Demonstrate solutions to clients and gather feedback throughout implementation
• Implement, test, and document application functionality alongside project teams
• Identify, communicate, and remediate technical issues and risks early in the lifecycle

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Key Responsibilities

• Deliver working application components and integrations for federal clients
• Support iterative development cycles and agile processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, QA, PM, client stakeholders)
• Prepare and present technical demos and status updates to clients and internal stakeholders
• Contribute to technical documentation and test plans

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability and a passion for technology
• Experience with database development (classroom projects or professional experience)
• Must be able to obtain and maintain required federal security clearance
• Must be local to the Washington, DC Metro area or willing to relocate (role is full-time, on-site in Cabin John, MD)

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Skills

• Requirements gathering and user story creation
• Database fundamentals (SQL and relational design)
• Application implementation, testing, and documentation
• Client-facing communication and demonstration skills
• Familiarity with systems engineering, information systems, or related tooling
• Eagerness to learn new technologies and grow professionally

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range (estimate): $85,000 - $90,000 per year
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Account
• 4% 401(k) match with immediate vesting
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development support
• Flexible work schedule
• On-site gym and childcare option

The disclosed salary range is an estimate and may vary based on experience, skills, certifications, and other factors.

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Why Join

This role offers early-career engineers and consultants direct exposure to federal modernization programs, mentorship, professional development, and opportunities to build production systems that deliver measurable impact. If you enjoy hands-on technical work plus client engagement, this position provides a fast path to growth.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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